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Director, Constituent Research & Development
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 201502132703 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | - |
Position Information
Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Development, the Director of Constituent Research & Development (CRD) provides strategic direction and management for UC Riverside's Office of Constituent Research & Development. The Research office has primary responsibility for (1) providing in-depth background information on a wide variety of constituents for use by the Chancellor, Vice Chancellors, Deans, faculty and members of the department of Development in pursuit of private funding for University initiatives and activities; and (2) initiating proactive research and data mining that will produce a pipeline of prospects for future cultivation and solicitation in support of UC Riverside. Incumbent is responsible for all aspects of the Research Office, including strategic direction and planning for work products and workloads, human resources, resource acquisition (both independently and in coordination with such entities as the University Resource Librarians), and coordination with all UC Riverside offices using the services of the Research office. This position is critical to the success of UCR's overall fund raising efforts, providing services to the entire general campus. By prioritizing and focusing the efforts of Development staff on discrete, well-defined pools of prospects, and by informing Development's and University administration's encounters with UCR's constituents, the Research office enables efficiency in fund raising and ensures UCR's institutional history through its relationship with its constituents.
The UCR Office of Development is a proud partner with the thousands of alumni, parents and friends who have chosen to take a key role in shaping the face and future of this rapidly growing campus. The generosity of our donors not only enhances the quality of the UCR educational experience, it helps countless young people attain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed and lead in the 21st century. University Advancement: (http://advancement.ucr.edu). Under the leadership of Vice Chancellor Peter A. Hayashida, the UC Riverside University Advancement team: Raises public awareness of UCR's excellence in research, teaching and service; Encourages, promotes, and secures public and private resources to support: Recruitment and retention of world-class faculty; High-quality education for the best and brightest students who are reflective of California's diverse population; Leading-edge facilities and equipment necessary for inquiry and the creation of knowledge for the 21st century and beyond.
The University of California, Riverside(www.ucr.edu) is a doctoral research university, a living laboratory for groundbreaking exploration of issues critical to Inland Southern California, the state and communities around the world. Reflecting California's diverse culture, UCR's enrollment has exceeded 21,000 students. The campus opened a medical school in 2013 and has reached the heart of the Coachella Valley by way of the UCR Palm Desert Center. The campus has an annual statewide economic impact of more than $1 billion. For the second year in a row, Washington Monthly magazine has ranked the University of California, Riverside second among national universities in its 10th annual College Ranking Survey. It is the fourth consecutive year that UC Riverside has been ranked among the top 10 schools in the survey, which considers civic engagement, research, and social mobility. UCR also placed 21st in the category of "Best-Bang-For-The-Buck Colleges", an exclusive list that ranks schools on measures of access, affordability and student outcomes. A member of the prestigious 10 campus University of California system, we are one of only six campuses named to the New America Foundation's 2013 list of "Next Generation Universities," as well as a Top-35 "Best Value School" according to U.S. News & World Report (2014).
The UCR Office of Development is a proud partner with the thousands of alumni, parents and friends who have chosen to take a key role in shaping the face and future of this rapidly growing campus. The generosity of our donors not only enhances the quality of the UCR educational experience, it helps countless young people attain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed and lead in the 21st century. University Advancement: (http://advancement.ucr.edu). Under the leadership of Vice Chancellor Peter A. Hayashida, the UC Riverside University Advancement team: Raises public awareness of UCR's excellence in research, teaching and service; Encourages, promotes, and secures public and private resources to support: Recruitment and retention of world-class faculty; High-quality education for the best and brightest students who are reflective of California's diverse population; Leading-edge facilities and equipment necessary for inquiry and the creation of knowledge for the 21st century and beyond.
The University of California, Riverside(www.ucr.edu) is a doctoral research university, a living laboratory for groundbreaking exploration of issues critical to Inland Southern California, the state and communities around the world. Reflecting California's diverse culture, UCR's enrollment has exceeded 21,000 students. The campus opened a medical school in 2013 and has reached the heart of the Coachella Valley by way of the UCR Palm Desert Center. The campus has an annual statewide economic impact of more than $1 billion. For the second year in a row, Washington Monthly magazine has ranked the University of California, Riverside second among national universities in its 10th annual College Ranking Survey. It is the fourth consecutive year that UC Riverside has been ranked among the top 10 schools in the survey, which considers civic engagement, research, and social mobility. UCR also placed 21st in the category of "Best-Bang-For-The-Buck Colleges", an exclusive list that ranks schools on measures of access, affordability and student outcomes. A member of the prestigious 10 campus University of California system, we are one of only six campuses named to the New America Foundation's 2013 list of "Next Generation Universities," as well as a Top-35 "Best Value School" according to U.S. News & World Report (2014).
Minimum Requirements
-Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in advancement research, prospect management, and prospect identification.
-Experience working in a higher education fundraising environment with the knowledge of the principles of external fundraising in higher education, donor relations, and of an academic institution's organization, structure, and function.
-Proven significant experience in creating and guiding Research and Prospect Management strategies in support of a comprehensive or capital campaign in a higher education environment.
-Experience planning, executing, and implementing wealth screening and/or predictive modeling projects. Proven ability to develop guidelines and metrics to track effectiveness of projects and processes.
-Proven experience in conducting advanced level research in a higher education institution. Demonstrated advanced analytical skills working in an academic and/or research environment.
-Proficiency in information management utilizing a relational database, comprehensive knowledge of standard Windows and Microsoft applications, proficiency using various fee-based and free online research resources.
-Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively; Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills; the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with colleagues, faculty, donors, volunteers, and University officials.
-Exceptional and succinct writing/reporting skills. Demonstrated ability to make effective and persuasive presentations to internal groups and external individuals.
-Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters, with a strong sense of ethical conduct that will inspire confidence and motivation. Foster the Principles of --Community by promoting and supporting a climate of fairness, cooperation, civility, mutual respect and professionalism.
-Demonstrated experience in project and program management and managing teams. Demonstrated experience in hiring, training, supervising, evaluating, and disciplining staff.
-Experience working in a higher education fundraising environment with the knowledge of the principles of external fundraising in higher education, donor relations, and of an academic institution's organization, structure, and function.
-Proven significant experience in creating and guiding Research and Prospect Management strategies in support of a comprehensive or capital campaign in a higher education environment.
-Experience planning, executing, and implementing wealth screening and/or predictive modeling projects. Proven ability to develop guidelines and metrics to track effectiveness of projects and processes.
-Proven experience in conducting advanced level research in a higher education institution. Demonstrated advanced analytical skills working in an academic and/or research environment.
-Proficiency in information management utilizing a relational database, comprehensive knowledge of standard Windows and Microsoft applications, proficiency using various fee-based and free online research resources.
-Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively; Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills; the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with colleagues, faculty, donors, volunteers, and University officials.
-Exceptional and succinct writing/reporting skills. Demonstrated ability to make effective and persuasive presentations to internal groups and external individuals.
-Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters, with a strong sense of ethical conduct that will inspire confidence and motivation. Foster the Principles of --Community by promoting and supporting a climate of fairness, cooperation, civility, mutual respect and professionalism.
-Demonstrated experience in project and program management and managing teams. Demonstrated experience in hiring, training, supervising, evaluating, and disciplining staff.
Preferred Qualifications
-Comprehensive knowledge of and experience with Campaign Reporting strategies and tools for various audiences (e.g., Trustees, the Chancellor and Senior University Management, Deans, Development Officers, the public).
-Demonstrated ability to apply principles of logical thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Demonstrated experience as a self-directed visionary who can mold existing disparate pieces into a definitive integrated program.
-Demonstrated ability to apply principles of logical thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Demonstrated experience as a self-directed visionary who can mold existing disparate pieces into a definitive integrated program.
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history and culture. UCR gives every student the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
At UC Riverside we celebrate diversity and are proud of our #12 ranking among the nation for most diverse universities (US News and World Report 2013-2014). Become part of a place that fosters success for all its constituents, students, faculty, and staff, and where work/life balance and campus culture are integral to our way of life.
UCR is ranked 55th among top public universities (US News and World Report 2013-2014).
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
At UC Riverside we celebrate diversity and are proud of our #12 ranking among the nation for most diverse universities (US News and World Report 2013-2014). Become part of a place that fosters success for all its constituents, students, faculty, and staff, and where work/life balance and campus culture are integral to our way of life.
UCR is ranked 55th among top public universities (US News and World Report 2013-2014).
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview